© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
50 Pence - Charles III Gold
| Gold (.9167) | 15.5 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 2023-2024 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 15.5 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#382659 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Atlantic salmon leaping out of water, denomination over royal cypher design at left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
PENCE
Designer: The Royal Mint
Edge
Plain
Comment
Released in the coronation year of King Charles III, the designs feature eight brand-new reverse designs that pay tribute to King Charles III, the four nations of the United Kingdom and the natural world.
The 2023 coins were issued in a set with an issue limit of 125.
© The Royal Mint, 2023
The 2023 coins featured a special Tudor crown privy mark.
© The Royal Mint, 2023
The design was also issued in base metal and silver proof.
The 2024 strike was issued in the Annual Gold Proof set with an issue limit of 25
© The Royal Mint, 2024
Interesting fact
The 50p coin featuring Charles III (Gold) 2023-2024 is a non-circulating coin, meaning it is not intended for general circulation and is instead produced in limited quantities for collectors.
